Sexual Behaviour in Schizophrenic Patients on Neuroleptic Medication
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Sexual behaviour in forty mile schizophrenics on maintenance medication were studied. Authors observed that thirteen patients reported decrease in frequency of sexual thoughts, fifteen in frequency of intercourse. Eight patients reported decline in enjoyment of intercourse and six avoided sex.
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